Hello, friends and family,

I come to you today with a vulnerable heart, and I’m not one to easily ask for help, but here I am. For almost 6 years now, Marilyn and I have been on this fertility journey together, a path that has challenged us in ways we never expected. While we are incredibly blessed with two amazing children, this journey has sparked a different kind of dream — one we've both held close through every high and low.

This upcoming week marks a huge milestone for us. I have my FIRST CLEAR TO BEGIN IVF appointment. We are so close to starting the next chapter. Marilyn and I are in the final stretch of a fertility treatment process that has been both beautiful and painful, and right now, we’re just $2,680 short of reaching our goal. I won’t lie — asking for help isn’t easy for me. But I’ve learned that sometimes, we have to allow others to show up for us, just as they’ve shown up for me in the past in ways I never could have imagined.

I’m humbling myself here to ask for your help in any way you can. Every dollar, every share, every word of encouragement helps us get one step closer to the family we’ve always dreamed of. If you can, please consider donating to our GoFundMe, or simply sharing our story with others who may feel compelled to help.

I know some of you may have heard pieces of this story, but there’s so much more I haven’t shared. There have been heartbreaks. There have been moments of breakdowns, of deep sadness and anger, of trying to navigate the emotional rollercoaster that infertility brings. I’ve felt anxiety in my bones, and I’ve questioned everything, including my faith. There were days I felt abandoned, and days I turned to God’s love like never before. This has not been an easy path.

But through it all, I’ve learned that strength often comes from places we don’t even realize we have. I’ve learned to rely on the support of those around me, even when it felt like I was carrying this burden alone. And one thing I know for sure is that my dream of becoming a mother, of growing our family is worth fighting for.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the love, kindness, and support you’ve already shown. You may not know it, but your presence in this journey means more to me than words can say. You’ve all been a part of this journey with me, whether you knew it or not, and I’m beyond grateful.

With love,

Ana and Marilyn